We have just enjoyed a 4 day trip to Peebles Hydro. The accommodation was very nice with a lovely view over the hills. The opulence of the hotel was pleasant if a little frayed at the edges. The staff, especially in the dining room, were excellent but unfortunately I cannot say the same for the food. The breakfasts were good with a reasonable choice but dinner for two out of the three evenings was very disappointing. I have had better in a work canteen!! I had a lovely massage in the Health & beauty area which somewhat made up for the poor meals. What a pity as the staff were trying so hard.

I visited Peebles Hydro with my wife and three other couples. We stayed for three nights, dinner, bed and breakfast Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The rooms are a little "tired" and the carpets had not been thoroughly vaccumed.
The hotel has a fabulous view from the front overlooking the town and hills but unfortunately, we eight had four rear facing rooms where we only saw chimney pots, back walls and vents. Food was generally only average and one morning, my wife was served fish that had "gone off" and she had to send it back to the kitchen.
During our stay, there was a large function on over the first two of the three nights so the hotel was full.
At dinner on the first two nights, (when the function was in full swing), we received a soup course as well as starter and main. On the third night (after the function), the soup course was missing and soup became one of the first course options.
Staff in the dining room and bar were helpful, friendly and attentive but those in reception seemed harrassed - maybe reception was understaffed.
I may visit Peebles Hydro again but there are other hotels offering better value.

We went to the Peebles Hydro for my mother in laws birthday. We had a meal and some of the party used the pool and had treatments. The restaurant was very poor and could do with a refurb. They said that they had not received deliveries that day so some of the choices were not on the menu. Very poor and disappointing. Very expensive.

I organised a special surprise birthday weekend for my husband with all our family.

We were completely charmed by this Hotel, probably more by the wonderful staff.

The staff here all have such a genuine welcoming, friendly and warm approach, ‘old fashioned’ in the nicest way possibly – nothing is a bother to them. This charm creates a wonderful atmosphere in the Hotel and it sprinkles onto all the guests – we got to know many guests in the short time we were there.

The ‘High Tea’ which is organised for the kids is just wonderful. The food is good also with a great variety.

The swimming pool was good, however, the temperature did get colder as the weekend went on.

On Saturday night there was a surprise – ‘Take Five’ ! Well, there’s actually only two lovely gentleman (but it doesn't matter), one singing and one on the keyboard – they were such great fun. We had a spontaneous Ceilidh Night – us, the kids and all the other guests – “a rare tear” was had by all !

We all had a wonderful memorable weekend and we would go back again !

Note to the McMillian Group: You have what many business would love – a wonderful team of people ! You would have an outstanding Hotel if you make further investments:

1 When driving up to your hotel the first thing that is noticeable is your office with piled
high filing cabinets and fluorescent lighting. If you can’t move your office, get curtains
that conceal the piled high cabinets and harsh lighting.

2 Refurbish your rooms – they really are so dated.

3 Get your plumbing examined, it makes the most strangest noises.

4 Heat the dining room, it really is very cold, especially in the evening.

5 Invest in new beds and pillows as soon as possible – they are very uncomfortable.